City of Perth Tour – Cruise Ship Edition | Perth Mint & Bell Chiming

From AUD $180.00
  • Duration: 6 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Fremantle, Western Australia
  • Product code: PG0YWB
Make the most of your time ashore with our City of Perth Tour – Cruise Ship Edition, a guided shore excursion designed for cruise passengers arriving in Fremantle. Discover Perth’s beautiful coastline, fascinating gold-rush history, iconic landmarks and spectacular Swan River views, with convenient pickup and return at Fremantle Cruise Terminal.

Highlights of Your Shore Excursion

  • Enjoy convenient pickup and return at Fremantle Cruise Terminal.
  • Discover Cottesloe Beach and the coastal drive along Millionaires Row.
  • Watch a spectacular live gold pour at The Perth Mint.
  • See the world’s largest gold coin and the new 521.2 kg gold bar.
  • Try chiming the historic Swan Bells and receive your own certificate.
  • Enjoy panoramic Perth and Swan River views from Kings Park.

Your Perth Shore Excursion

Fremantle Cruise Terminal & Cottesloe Beach

Meet your WA NT TOURS guide at Fremantle Cruise Terminal and begin your sightseeing adventure along Perth’s beautiful coastline.

Stop at Cottesloe Beach, known for its white sand, turquoise water and Indian Ocean views. Continue along the coastal route past Millionaires Row, where you can admire some of Perth’s impressive waterfront homes.


Perth City & The Perth Mint

Travel into the heart of Perth, where historic buildings stand alongside modern architecture. Your local guide will introduce you to the city before you visit The Perth Mint to discover Western Australia’s remarkable gold-rush history.

Join the Perth Mint Gold Tour and watch a spectacular live gold pour in the historic 1899 melting house. See the world’s largest gold coin, weighing more than one tonne, and, from 26 September 2026, the Guinness World Records™ World’s Largest Bar of Gold, weighing 521.2 kg.


The Bell Tower – Interactive Bell Chiming Experience

Continue to The Bell Tower at Elizabeth Quay, home to the historic Swan Bells. Take part in the interactive Bell Chiming Experience, try chiming the bells yourself and receive your own Bell Chiming Certificate.

Explore the displays and enjoy views across Perth and the Swan River from the tower’s upper levels.


Kings Park & Botanic Garden

Visit Kings Park and Botanic Garden, situated above the city on Mount Eliza. Discover Western Australia’s native flora and enjoy spectacular views of Perth’s skyline and the Swan River.


Return to Fremantle

Enjoy the scenic return journey along the Swan River to Fremantle. Your tour concludes with a transfer back to Fremantle Cruise Terminal.

Guests who would prefer to explore historic Fremantle independently may request a drop-off at Fremantle Visitor Centre, subject to the tour schedule. Guests choosing this option are responsible for making their own way back to the cruise terminal.


Services Included

  • Pickup and return transfer at Fremantle Cruise Terminal
  • Guided sightseeing in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Visit to Cottesloe Beach and coastal sightseeing along Millionaires Row
  • Perth Mint Gold Tour, including the live gold pour, world’s largest gold coin and new gold bar (from 26 September 2026)
  • Bell Tower interactive Bell Chiming Experience and souvenir certificate
  • Visit to Kings Park and Botanic Garden
  • Drinking water

Optional Extras

Personalise your Perth Mint experience with an optional souvenir, available to purchase during booking for an additional charge:

  • Gold-Plated Perth Mint Personalised Medallion
  • Fine Silver Perth Mint Personalised Medallion (½ oz)
  • Fine Silver Perth Mint Personalised Medallion (1 oz)
  • Gold-Plated Fine Silver Perth Mint Personalised Medallion
  • Perth Mint Souvenir Guide Book

Important Booking Information

Minimum and maximum group size: A minimum of 10 guests is required for this tour to operate, with a maximum of 21 guests per departure. If the minimum has not yet been reached, your booking will be marked as PENDING. We will confirm your booking once the minimum number of guests has been reached.

Cruise ship schedules: Please select the departure arranged for your ship’s visit to Fremantle. Allow at least two hours between your ship’s scheduled arrival and the tour’s starting time. The excursion is planned to return to Fremantle Cruise Terminal at least two hours before your ship’s scheduled departure.

Meeting point: Fremantle Cruise Terminal. Your booking confirmation will provide the meeting instructions and scheduled pickup time.